G20 Summit
US Restructures G20 Finance Meetings Under Trump Administration: Shifting From Multilateral to Bilateral Focus
Dec 16, 2025 02:31 pm CST
The United States is set to streamline G20 finance minister meetings during its chairmanship, reducing the traditional schedule to focus on core macroeconomic issues. This approach aligns with President Trump's preference for bilateral over multilateral engagement, as the administration aims to return the G20 to its "original mission" of economic growth and reducing regulatory burdens.
Trump's Declining Political Influence: November Reveals Significant Challenges for the Presidency
Dec 04, 2025 04:51 pm CST
November has marked a turning point for Donald Trump's presidency, with Democratic victories in key elections, legal setbacks, and international diplomatic challenges suggesting diminishing support. From urban and suburban voter shifts to historic minority candidate successes, the month's events signal growing public dissatisfaction with Trump's leadership approach, economic policies, and foreign relations strategy, raising questions about his political future and the Republican Party's direction heading toward the 2026 midterms.
Diplomatic Rift Escalates: Ramaphosa Condemns Trump's Decision to Exclude South Africa from G20 Miami Summit
Nov 27, 2025 02:40 pm CST
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has criticized US President Donald Trump's decision to exclude South Africa from the 2026 G20 Summit in Miami. The diplomatic tension has intensified after Trump cited alleged human rights abuses against white farmers in South Africa as justification, while also announcing the cessation of financial aid to the country. Ramaphosa defended South Africa's G20 membership and called for continued multilateral cooperation among member nations, describing Trump's actions as based on misinformation about his country.
South Africa Investigates Former President's Daughter for Alleged Illegal Recruitment of Soldiers for Russian War
Nov 25, 2025 09:36 am CST
South African authorities are investigating allegations that Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, daughter of former President Jacob Zuma, deceived 17 men into fighting for Russia in Ukraine. According to police, Zuma-Sambudla allegedly lured the men with false promises of security training, only for them to be forced into combat roles with Russian mercenary groups. This investigation comes as South African diplomats work to repatriate these citizens from the frontlines of the conflict.
South African President Jokes with PM Modi About G20 Summit Hosting Challenges
Nov 24, 2025 09:54 am CST
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa humorously told PM Modi that South Africa might have "run away" from hosting the G20 had they known the difficulties involved. The exchange occurred during bilateral talks in Johannesburg, where Ramaphosa acknowledged learning valuable lessons from India's "spectacular" hosting of the previous summit at Bharat Mandapam in 2023.
PM Modi and Japanese PM Takaichi Strengthen Strategic Partnership at G20 Summit: Focus on Innovation, Defense and Trade
Nov 24, 2025 01:44 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Japanese counterpart Sanae Takaichi during the G20 Summit in Johannesburg to enhance bilateral cooperation across innovation, defense and talent mobility. Building on their Special Strategic and Global Partnership, both leaders committed to implementing outcomes from their recent summit, including Japan's ambitious JPY 10 trillion investment goal in India and collaboration in emerging technologies.
India and Canada Relaunch CEPA Negotiations to Reset Diplomatic and Economic Relations
Nov 24, 2025 01:43 am CST
India and Canada have agreed to restart negotiations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), marking a significant diplomatic reset after years of strained relations. Following a meeting between PM Modi and Canadian PM Mark Carney at the G20 Summit, both nations committed to doubling bilateral trade to $50 billion by 2030 while enhancing cooperation in civil nuclear energy, critical technologies, and artificial intelligence through the new Australia-Canada-India Technology and Innovation Partnership.
PM Modi Unveils 6 Strategic Global Initiatives at G20 Summit to Drive Sustainable Development
Nov 23, 2025 01:10 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi proposed six groundbreaking initiatives at the G20 Leaders' Summit in Johannesburg aimed at fostering global sustainable development. These include the Global Traditional Knowledge Repository, Africa Skills Multiplier Initiative, Global Healthcare Response Team, and initiatives on countering drug trafficking, sharing satellite data, and promoting mineral recycling. Modi emphasized that India's civilizational values offer valuable solutions for inclusive global growth and reaffirmed India's solidarity with Africa's development journey.
Global Tensions Rise as Trump Skips G20 Summit Amid Ukraine Dispute and Climate Deadlock
Nov 22, 2025 08:19 pm CST
The G20 summit in Johannesburg faced significant challenges as Donald Trump's absence and a unilateral US plan for Ukraine created tensions with European allies. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasized the importance of multilateralism while COP30 climate negotiations reached an impasse over fossil fuel phaseout agreements. The summit highlighted growing divisions in global governance as the US increasingly withdraws from international forums.
PM Modi and Italian PM Meloni Share Warm Exchange at G20 Summit in South Africa
Nov 22, 2025 07:00 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni demonstrated their strong bilateral relationship through a cordial exchange at the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa. Their meeting highlights the deepening diplomatic ties between India and Italy, built on shared values of heritage, community, and cooperation on the global stage.
